Are you looking for a bargain and a blast? Look no further than Saint John, New Brunswick, where thrift shopping is a treasure trove of fun! From vintage finds to second-hand steals, the city’s thrift stores are chock-full of quirky, quacky, and downright cool stuff.
Whether you’re a seasoned thrifter or new to the world of second-hand shopping, there’s something for everyone in Saint John. In this list, you will find some of the best thrift stores and vintage shops in Saint John, highlighting the unique offerings of each. Get ready to get the best deals and find hidden treasures.
So grab your reusable shopping bag and hit the thrift stores of Saint John!
- Secondhand Clothing
- Children’s Clothing
- Secondhand Clothing & Vintage Wares
- Antiques
- Assorted Items
Secondhand Clothing
Guy’s Frenchys Located at 109 Ludlow St
This family clothing retailer has locations in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. You never know what treasures you could find here, including designer brand names! Most things have a single price per category (for example, all shirts are sold at the same price). The shop has changing areas and sells secondhand clothing for all age groups.
Categories
- Clothing (Women, Men)
- Kids Clothes
- Changing room
OUT ‘ FITS (used to be the Clothes Mine), Located at 15 Fulton Ln
The shop, which is locally owned and operated, sells a variety of gently used clothing for people of all ages at reasonable prices. They now have a new name & look but they still have fantastic deals (& you can still see Nathan there). The clothing styles have a bit more of a rock-n-roll feel to them. Throughout the shop, you can find racks featuring staff members’ favourite outfits and picks.
Categories
- Clothing (Women, Men)
- Kids Clothes (not sure if kids clothing is still there)
- Changing room
Weigh Up., 505 Rothesay Ave
Here, you pay by how much your purchase weighs! They have bins that line up on the walls, filled with treasures to find as you search through them. Every 40 minutes, they empty out the bins and restock them with, new to you, things to discover.
Categories
- A mix of clothing and accessories
My Consignment Saint John Located at 11 Fashion Drive
A consignment shop specializing in women’s clothing, home goods, and shoes. Stop in to discover stylish and affordable clothing and home goods, or make some extra cash by consigning your used items.
Categories
- Clothing (Women)
- Changing room
- Sell Your Clothing here (Consignment)
Children’s Clothing
Sophie’s Closet, Located at 162 Princess Street
This locally owned and operated consignment shop specializes in lightly-used clothing items and provides a hassle-free way to sell your own used kids’ clothing and toys. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Sophie’s Closet is excellent for children’s clothing and toys.
Categories
- Kid’s Clothes & toys
- Sell Your Clothing here (Consignment)
Once Upon A Child, 533 Westmorland Rd #3
Discover gently-used kids’ clothing, shoes, toys, and baby gear here. They pay cash on the spot for your used items, making it an easy and convenient way to sell your kids’ outgrown clothing. The store often has sales, so keep an eye on its Facebook page for updates.
Categories
- Kid’s Clothes & Toys
- Housewares vintage
- Sell Your Clothing here
Secondhand Clothing & Vintage Wares
The Hospice Shoppe, 77 Catherwood St
Shop at The Hospice Shoppe to support a great cause! This establishment is a high-end thrift store in Saint John that helps Bobby’s Hospice. With a focus on women’s clothing, the store sells vintage items, home goods, and clothing. They regularly hold online auctions on Facebook, with all proceeds benefiting the hospice.
Categories
- Clothing (Women, Men)
- Housewares vintage
- Changing room
- Donate Your Clothing here
The Salvation Army Thrift Store, 87 Lansdowne Ave
By shopping at the Salvation Army Thrift Store, you can support a worthwhile cause and score great discounts on various goods. This nonprofit organization collects, sorts, and sells donated items to support its social and charity initiatives. The store offers a wide range of goods, including furniture, household goods, clothing and accessories.
Categories
- Clothing (Women, Men)
- Kids Clothes
- Housewares vintage
- Changing room
- Donate Your Clothing here
Roy’s Army Surplus & Collectables, 61 Canterbury St
This small shop is packed with military memorabilia and vintage finds. They bring high-quality, gently used army clothing, boots, and gear for both men and women. Make sure to check out the corner off to the side and discover vintage collectables, including tea cups and other delightful household items.
Categories
- Clothing (Women, Men)
- Housewares vintage
Value Village, 212 McAllister Dr
This for-profit company has a mix of everything, from clothing and accessories to household items and furniture. The shop stocks a large variety of toys, vintage home goods, and clothing for adults and children. This store does not have changing rooms available.
Categories
- Clothing (Women, Men)
- Kids Clothes
- Housewares vintage
- Donate Your Clothing here
Antiques
Obscurity: The Skeleton Closet, 88 Germain St
A shop that serves up haunted vibes with a mix of witchy and nostalgic home decor and gift ideas has a closet towards the back with personally curated vintage wares. Be sure to check out The Skeleton Closet, from cute vintage salt & pepper shakers to travel souvenir snow globes, you’ll find something so unique you’ll need to treat yourself.
Categories
- Housewares vintage
Brass N Things, 72 Broad St.
This eccentric shop has been buying, selling, and bringing brass back to life since 1976! They specialized in cleaning all types of metal and polishing and lacquering brass and copper. You can find everything from delicate pieces of jewelry to large antique brass nautical centrepiece items.
Categories
- Housewares vintage
My City Life, 30 Plaza Ave (new location opening in April 2024)
This antique shop has found a new home in a space perfect for it! The space features different sections: a thrift area (clothing, housewares, and a bit of everything), antiques (furniture, housewares, books, and more), and consignment items. They have a large room in the back that will feature antiques, all items found there will be over 100 years old). Whether you are looking for a statement piece or a rare antique, you will find something special at My City Life.
Categories
- Clothing (mix)
- Housewares vintage
- Furniture
- Selected Consignment items
A-1 Auctioneers Retail Outlet, 1216 Sand Cove Rd
You’ll find a collection of everything old and new here, available for immediate purchase. They have a mix of items, including vintage housewares, furniture, and more. Two rooms are filled with treasures to discover: one room has antiques, and the other is their thrift shop. To find the store, simply look for the main entrance marked with the name and follow the signs in the hallway to the shop.
Categories
- Clothing (Women)
- Housewares vintage
- Furniture
Loyalist City Coins & Books, 14 Charlotte St
An excellent Uptown shop with a collection of collectibles, books, and vintage housewares. You’ll get to pursue many exciting things, including records, DVD’s, toys, coins, stamps, sports memorabilia, books, and more. There is a wealth of things to find here.
Categories
- Housewares vintage
Assorted Items
Habitat For Humanity Restore, 171 McAllister Drive
This home and building supply store has a unique twist; they accept and resell quality new and used building materials. In addition to a wide variety of building supplies, the store also has an extensive furniture section and offers a selection of kitchenware, toys, used and vintage housewares. However, the store typically does not carry clothing. By shopping here, you support a good cause and find great deals on building materials and home goods. All proceeds from the sale of items at the store support Habitat For Humanity’s mission of providing affordable housing for families in need. Bonus: no sales tax at the register!
Categories
- Furniture
- Housewares vintage
- Donate Your Clothing here (Consignment)
Scheherazade Books & Music, 97 Prince William St
This cozy store located uptown sells all different types of secondhand literary books including fiction, biographies, history, business, crafts, and so much more. You will also find a selection of used CDs and LPs, and new puzzles.
Happy hunting, thrifty friends!
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